1995 BMW M3 vs. 1999 Toyota MR-S
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR-S is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR-S. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M3 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR-S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR-S. (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR-S.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M3 | 1999 Toyota MR-S | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M3 | MR-S |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2988 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 48 L |